How to Grow Less Attached to Things, at Home and Abroad
This post is collaboration with two of our partners. If you’re reading this because you feel slightly more materialistic than you’re comfortable with then you’ve come to the right place! What is materialism and why does it matter? In essence, materialism is the value of physical things such as possessions, money, beauty etc. over characteristics,
Step out of your Comfort Zone with these 5 Extreme Adrenaline Adventures
This post is collaboration with two of our partners. Talk about extreme adventure sports and everyone’s reaction goes like “What! I can’t possibly do that. Just the thought of it makes me feel dead already.” Well, nothing’s further from the truth. Undoubtedly, there is never a complete guarantee that things can’t go wrong while indulging
5 Things to Consider Before Taking a Cruise
Setting sail is one of the most scenic ways to explore a new destination and lucky for us, there are many options to choose from. The first step will be deciding where (and when) you want to tour, whether it’s the Mediterranean in summer or the Nordics in winter (to spot the Northern Lights). From
Spice up your Special Day with Modern and Meaningful Invites
There might be a lot of planning that goes into a wedding, but the actual day flies by! At least, it did for me. It’s been awhile since I said “I do” but it’s still one heck of a whirlwind. At the time, I was 26 and none of my friends were even in serious relationships,
Costa Rica’s Best Day Trip for Seeing Animals up Close
My trip to Costa Rica couldn’t have come at a better time. I had just quit my job at Grabr and was still reeling from some personal losses and a steady stream of bad news. That old saying, “when it rains, it pours” was kind of my life. But with every storm there is a
Glasses that Tell a Story
If you scroll through my Instagram feed, you’ll notice that I’m a glasses girl. What you might not know is why. It’s not just because my doctor recommended I steer clear of contact lenses (more on that later) or because I have allergies that dry out my eyes; I genuinely like wearing them. I remember
Finding Magic in Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula
There are some destinations that tug at your heart, luring you to come back again and again. I guess Costa Rica is that place for me because less than a year after spending all of August exploring this magical country, I was back – this time, to the Osa Peninsula. Unlike my first trip where
Girls Getaway Guide to Anguilla
Ah, Anguilla, you have my heart! After a whirlwind four-day trip to this lovely island in the Caribbean, I’m officially a fan. The trip couldn’t have come at a better time. I’ve been going through some major life changes the past few months and what I really needed was a couple days in the sunshine,
How to Make 15+ Travel Outfits Using Just 5 Wardrobe Essentials
As someone that’s had the misfortune of losing a checked bag before, you’ll rarely see me traveling with anything other than a carry-on. Sure, you have to be picky with what you pack, but with a few wardrobe staples, you can get pretty creative with your outfits. That said, I tend to overpack, even for
Sprucing up My Mountain Home with TRI Vintage and Wares
Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve had a fascination for antiques and all things vintage. Instead of collecting Lisa Frank stickers (remember those, fellow 90’s kids?) I’d scavenge around my grandmother’s New York home for skeleton keys. She had so many and with each new discovery, my collection grew and grew over the
